THE MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE TOWNSHIP OF ARMOUR

MINUTES

October 10, 2006

The regular meeting of the Council of the Township of Armour was held on Tuesday, October 10, 2006 at 7:30 p.m. Those in attendance were Reeve, Marty Corcoran; Councillors, Rod Blakelock, Jerry Brandt, Richard Holloway and Bob MacPhail; delegates, Bob Galloway and Rob Johnston of Greer Galloway; guests, , Marg Herrington, Joan and Ted Shelley, Aileen and Ron Hird, Phyllis Leggett, Ed Robinson, John Sambrook ; staff, Glenn Middlebrook, Road Supervisor, and Wendy Whitwell, Clerk-Treasurer.

CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING:

The minutes of the regular meeting on September 26, 2006 were approved as circulated.

DECLARATION OF PECUNIARY INTEREST: None

DELEGATIONS:

- Bob Galloway, Greer Galloway Group updated council on the status of the Pevensey and Ferguson Road bridge projects. Council, staff and the engineers attended on site at Pevensey to review a number of issues. Bob will be contacting the contractor and providing information for consideration at the next Council meeting. Ferguson bridge is progressing with the drilling on the south side complete and proceeding on the north side. High water due to rain has caused some problems, MNR have responded to a request to lower the level. Bob Galloway is reviewing a request for payment from the contractor and will advise.

- Glenn Middlebrook, Road Supervisor attended to discuss the following road issues:

- surplus equipment bid opening

- road accounts voucher # 10-2006, approved by resolution

- letter from the Ministry of Transportation regarding road upgrades.

- Two bids were received for the 1983 International Single Axle Truck as follows:

Dennis McAvoy $ 800.00 plus GST

David Selby $ 899.00 plus GST

The reserve bid was $ 2,500.00. Council did not accept either bid. Advertising options were discussed. Glenn was instructed to advertise this equipment in a local buy and sell paper.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE PREVIOUS MEETING:

- Ministry of Transportation, letter dated September 26, 2006 detailing the proposed road upgrades which the ministry is prepared to complete. After a lengthy discussion the clerk was instructed to reply to the Ministry requesting upgrades to Pickerel and Jack Lake Road to Ely Side Road; advise the Ministry we wish to forward the information to Greer Galloway Group for comment at the Ministry's expense and request consideration for a second water line in the pipe being placed under the highway to facilitate the Armour residents living south-west of the Highway on Burk's Falls water.

- Miller Law Group, Lundy Estate, draft survey of road allowance. Council reviewed and approved the draft survey.

ACCOUNTS FOR APPROVAL:

- Road accounts voucher # 10-2006, in the amount of $ 26,394.41 was approved for payment by resolution.

- General accounts voucher # 10-2006, in the amount of $ 276,627.24 was approved for payment by resolution.

- Landfill accounts voucher # 10-2006, in the amount of $ 25,819.84 was approved for payment by resolution.

BY-LAWS:

- By-law # 44-2006, being a by-law to amend zoning by-law # 27-95 re Part Lot 7, Concession II, 283 Doe Lake Road was read a first, second and third time.

- By-law # 45-2006, being a by-law to enter into an agreement with John Sambrook for the use of a road allowance was read a first, second and third time.

REPORTS:

- Special Fire Board, September 27^th, Marty reported, minutes included

- Steering Committee, September 28^th, Marty and Jerry reported, bulletin included

- Tri R, October 4th, Bob & Marty reported

CORRESPONDENCE:

- Thank you card from the Worldwide Wellness Pain Control Organization.

- Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, requesting support of a resolution to proclaim Canada's Citizenship Week, October 16^th - 22^nd. A resolution in support was passed.

- Township of Machar, information and resolution regarding potential closures of Land of Lakes Senior Public School.

- Ontario Municipal Board, notification regarding the opening of the Citizen Liaison Office effective October 2, 2006.

- Women's Own Resource Centre, request for financial support. A resolution was passed authorizing a $ 400.00 donation.

- Harold Foyster, "Alamguin Cup, 2007" organizer, information and request for sponsorship for the Eastern Pro Tour race scheduled fro March 3 and 4^th at the Burk's Falls Fair Grounds. A resolution authorizing sponsorship in the amount of $ 1,000.00 was passed.

- Trans Canada Trails, request for donation. No support was given.

- Katrine Community Centre Club, requesting resolution authorizing events at the Centre in November. A resolution was passed.

NEW BUSINESS:

- November 17^th the municipal office will be closed in lieu of Remembrance Day.

- List of correspondence received, not on the agenda.

- Resolution to move into closed session.

- Resolution to move out of closed session.

RESOLUTIONS:

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the minutes of September 26, 2006 meeting be approved as circulated. Carried

- Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That we authorize Bob Galloway of Greer Galloway Group to review the following documents submitted by Pinestone Engineering regarding Commercial Drive:

- revised August 2006 Servicing & Storm Water Management Report

- Lea Consulting Limited Traffic Impact Study, June 2006. Carried

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the road accounts voucher # 10-2006 in the amount of $ 26,394.41 be paid as presented and the Reeve and Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign cheques for same. Carried

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour have reviewed the draft survey regarding the proposed road closure (Lundy) allowance between lots 5 & 6, Concession 7 and approve the registration of same and commencement of the road closing process. Carried

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That General Accounts Voucher # 10-2006 in the amount of $ 276,627.24 be paid as presented and the Reeve and the Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign cheques for same. Carried

- Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, that Landfill Accounts Voucher # 10-2006 in the amount $ 25,819.84 be paid as presented and the Reeve and the Treasurer are hereby authorized to sign cheques for same. Carried

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 44-2006, being a by-law to amend zoning by-law # 27-95, regarding Part of Lot 7, Concession II, known as 283 Doe Lake Road, Heintzman. Carried

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That By-law # 44-2006, be read a second time. Carried

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That by-law # 44-2006, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 10^th day of October, 2006. Carried

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That leave be given to introduce a bill # 45-2006, being a by-law to enter into an agreement with John Sambrook for the use of the unopened road allowance between Concession 8 and 9, Lots 23 and 24. Carried

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That By-law # 45-2006, be read a second time. Carried

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That by-law # 45-2006, be read a third time, signed and the seal of the Corporation affixed thereto and finally passed in open Council this 10^th day of October, 2006. Carried

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby declare October 16 - 22, 2006 to be "Canada's Citizenship Week". Carried

- Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby authorize a donation in the amount of $ 400.00 to the "Women's Own Resource Centre" for 2006. Carried

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Jerry Brandt, That the Council of the Township of Armour support the Eastern Pro Tour Snowmobile Sprint Oval Racing, " The Almaguin Cup", scheduled for March 3^rd and 4^th, 2007, to be held at the Burk's Falls Arena/Community Centre Fairgrounds with a donation of $ 1,000.00. Carried

- Moved by Jerry Brandt, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby acknowledge the following activities involving the sale of alcohol, to be held at the Katrine Community Centre during the month on November, 2006: Country Jamboree - November 4, 2006; Benn Family Christmas - November 25, 2006. Carried

- Moved by Rod Blakelock, Seconded by Bob MacPhail, That the Council of the Township of Armour hereby move into closed session at 9:07 p.m. in order to discuss matters pursuant to Section 239 2 (b) (e) the Municipal Act. Carried

- Moved by Bob MacPhail, Seconded by Rod Blakelock, That we do now adjourn at 10:28 p.m. until the next regular meeting of Council scheduled for October 24, 2006 at 7:30 p.m. or at the call of the Reeve. Carried